Roles and responsibilities of Parliamentary and Communications Assistant:
• Conducting research and writing concise but comprehensive briefings ahead of meetings, media appearances, conferences, etc.
• Writing speeches for Chamber appearances and external events.
• ⁠⁠Analysing and interpreting data to ensure Angus is accurately informed on key issues.
• ⁠Responding professionally, sensitively and with integrity to complex casework.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and parliamentary events.
• ⁠Managing press enquiries, Angus’s website and social media. This should include the production of press releases, online graphics and video content, as well as publicising surgeries and news alerts.
• ⁠⁠Monitoring local, regional, and national media coverage and briefing Angus on relevant issues with particular attention to Scotland and the Highlands.
• Monitor social media activity and report any relevant trends to Angus and the Chief of Staff.
• Additional ad-hoc duties as required.
• Working with the team in Scotland.

Essential skills:
• ⁠Keen interest in politics and sympathetic with the values and aims of the Liberal Democrat Party and issues in Scotland.
• ⁠Excellent research skills, with an ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced political environment.
• ⁠Highly organised, proactive and a strong work ethic.
• ⁠High-quality written and verbal communication skills.
• ⁠Campaigning, including management and monitoring of social media channels.
• ⁠Competency with IT, including MS Office, Mailchimp, Canva, etc.⁠